NRM Education Training Grant Eugene OR $50K-$260K
Summary
The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District, is soliciting cooperative agreements under Assistance Listings 12.010 for land stewardship and prairie restoration at Fern Ridge Lake in the Willamette Valley, Oregon. The program will provide education and training to at-risk youth enrolled at Kalapuya High School in the Eugene area. Eligible applicants include county, city, township, and state governments, independent school districts, and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status. Funding ranges from $50,000 to $260,000, with applications closing May 20, 2026.
“The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District (NWP) intends to enter into a cooperative agreement with a non-Federal public agency, nonprofit entity, qualified youth service, or conservation corps organization for land stewardship and restoration services on USACE land in the Willamette Valley, Oregon.”
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The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Portland District published a funding opportunity (W9127N-26-2-R002) for a cooperative agreement supporting land stewardship, prairie restoration, and wildlife habitat management at Fern Ridge Lake in the Willamette Valley, Oregon. The program pairs environmental stewardship with education and workforce training for at-risk youth from Kalapuya High School, who will gain experience in project planning, development, nursery and greenhouse maintenance, and habitat restoration.
Eligible applicants are non-Federal public agencies, nonprofit entities with 501(c)(3) status, qualified youth service organizations, and conservation corps. County, city, township, and state governments as well as independent school districts may also apply. The program is funded at $250,000 total, with individual awards ranging from $50,000 to $260,000. Applications must be submitted by May 20, 2026. Prospective applicants should contact Grant Officer Melanie A Barrett at melanie.a.barrett@usace.army.mil or 503-808-4623 for additional information.
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Natural Resource Management (NRM) Education and Training of Eugene, OR, Area Youth
Agency: USACE Portland District
Assistance Listings: 12.010 -- Youth Conservation Services
Last Updated: April 20, 2026 View version history on Grants.gov
Description
The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District (NWP) intends to enter into a cooperative agreement with a non-Federal public agency, nonprofit entity, qualified youth service, or conservation corps organization for land stewardship and restoration services on USACE land in the Willamette Valley, Oregon. These cooperative agreements will assist NWP in fulfilling environmental stewardship responsibilities consisting of restoration and management of native prairie landscapes and wildlife habitat primarily at Fern Ridge Lake while providing education and training to at-risk youth from the nearby community. The recipient’s participating students (participants) will gain experience with project planning, development, and implementation. Projects will mainly focus on land stewardship, prairie and habitat restoration, and nursery and greenhouse maintenance.
This cooperative agreement assists NWP in fulfilling environmental stewardship responsibilities at Willamette Valley Projects, while providing education and training to students enrolled in Kalapuya High School. The program is focused on land stewardship and prairie and habitat restoration around the Fern Ridge Lake area.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Government
- County governments
- City or township governments
- State governments
Education
- Independent school districts
Nonprofit
- Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3)
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
Melanie A Barrett
Grant Officer
Phone 503-808-4623
Work Email
melanie.a.barrett@usace.army.mil
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| File name | Description | Last updated |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Attachment1-FY26StatementofWork-NRM_Kalapuya.pdf | Statement of Work - 2026 NRM Eugene Area Youth | Apr 20, 2026 06:49 PM UTC |
| Attachment2-AnnualPerformanceProgressReports.docx | Performance Progress Template | Apr 20, 2026 06:39 PM UTC |
| Attachment3-SF4244_0-V4.0.pdf | Application for Federal Assistance | Apr 20, 2026 06:40 PM UTC |
| Attachment4-FormBudgetforNon-ConstructionFormSF424A-V1.0.pdf | Budget Form for Non-Construction Project | Apr 20, 2026 06:41 PM UTC |
| Attachment5-PastPerformance_Template.docx | Past Performance Template | Apr 20, 2026 06:42 PM UTC |
| Attachment6_Certifications.pdf | Required Certifications | Apr 20, 2026 06:43 PM UTC |
| Attachment7-SF4253_0-V3.0.pdf | Federal Financial Form Report | Apr 20, 2026 06:45 PM UTC |
| Attachment8-_SF-424-Instructions.pdf | Instructions for Filling out SF 424 | Apr 20, 2026 06:46 PM UTC |
| FOAApplicationChecklist.docx | Application Checklist | Apr 20, 2026 06:50 PM UTC |
| W9127N262R002FOA-KalapuyaHS.pdf | Full Funding Announcement | Apr 20, 2026 06:48 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: May 20, 2026
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Award
$250,000
Program Funding
1
Expected awards
$50,000
Award Minimum
$260,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
W9127N-26-2-R002
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
No Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
-- Category of Funding Activity:
Natural resources
Category Explanation:
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History
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1
Posted date:
April 20, 2026
Archive date:
June 19, 2026
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